Yankees Predicted to Land Pirates Two-Time All-Star In Last-Minute Blockbuster
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The New York Yankees have to quickly start picking up some arms.
Thursday's 6 p.m. ET trade deadline is fast approaching, and so far, the Yankees have done all their damage on the position player side. Ryan McMahon, Amed Rosario, and Austin Slater could all be helpful, but none of them are going to strike out opposing batters in key situations.
As Devin Williams' latest blown save on Wednesday displayed, the Yankees could use another option in high-leverage situations. Perhaps the Pittsburgh Pirates, who are obvious sellers at this point, will come to their aid.
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 19: David Bednar #51 of the Pittsburgh Pirates reacts after striking out a batter in the ninth inning during a game against the Cleveland Guardians at PNC Park on April 19,...
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 19: David Bednar #51 of the Pittsburgh Pirates reacts after striking out a batter in the ninth inning during a game against the Cleveland Guardians at PNC Park on April 19, 2025 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. MoreOn Thursday, Adam Weinrib of FanSided predicted that the Yankees would land Pirates closer David Bednar, a two-time All-Star, before the deadline.
"(YES Network's) Jack Curry singled out Bednar on Wednesday night for good reason; when he speaks to endorse an option rather than refute one, it's usually because a deal has been substantially discussed," wrote Weinrib.
"Bednar is on an absolute heater in Pittsburgh, and while he went through a difficult year-long slump in 2024, he'd be the highest-upside closer the Yankees could bring on at this point in time. It'll cost 'em, but we know the Pirates are scouting Carlos Lagrange. Add Roc Riggio for some MLB-ready thump and JC Escarra and call it in?"
Bednar, 30, has an impressive 2.37 ERA on the year, striking out 51 batters in 38 innings. Perhaps even more importantly, he's under team control for next season, and would project to take over as closer on a full-time basis at that time.
The clock is ticking, and every contending team wants relief pitchers at this time of year. Will the Yankees pull through for Bednar?
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